Weekend - Special Events
Madison Savoyards 8th Annual Winter Concert, Madison, Feb. 10
On Friday, February 10th at 7:30 p.m. the Madison Savoyards will present "How Quaint the Ways of Paradox", their eighth annual winter concert for lovers of Gilbert & Sullivan works.
Where: In the Landmark Auditorium of the First Unitarian Society, 900 University Bay Drive.
Tickets are $15 at the door.
Great voices from past shows will present pieces from many different G&S operettas illustrating the duo's wry sense of humor. Music director Terry Kiss Frank will also lead the audience in choruses from several works. There will be fellow enthusiasts, punch and cookies at the interval, DVDs and T-shirts for purchase, some excerpts from last summer's production of "Utopia, Ltd", and news about the group's upcoming summer show, "The Pirates of Penzance."
Further information at madisonsavoyards.org or call 231-9005. Garden Expo, Madison, Feb. 10-12
the 19th-annual Garden Expo brings a bit of spring-like warmth to the Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison Feb. 10-12.
Event hours are: 4 to 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12.
This year’s event features the newest innovations in lawn and garden tools with information and advice spread among lush green plants, colorful flowers and vibrant designs of spring.
Tickets for Garden Expo cost $7 in advance and $8 at the door. Children 12 and under are admitted free. Two-day passes are available for $11 both in advance and at the door. Three-day passes are available online or at the door for $16.
Advance ticket vendor outlets are located conveniently around the state in various supporting businesses. A complete list is available at wigardenexpo.com. Visitors also can purchase advance tickets at the website. There is an additional charge for parking at the Alliant Energy Center.
Garden Expo Raffle tickets will be available for purchase at the WPT Booth. Tickets are priced at $2 each or 3 for $5. Winners don’t need to be present to win the prizes that will be drawn on the Sunday of the event.
Event information and details can be found at wigardenexpo.com or by calling 800-253-1158. Memorial Pet Services Support Group, Middleton, Feb. 11
Memorial Pet Services is pleased to offer a 3 week support group for people who have experienced the death of a pet. Our interactive sessions will provide information on the grief process, coping techniques and allow participants to share and support each other over the loss of their beloved pet.
Our next session is scheduled to begin on Saturday, February 11.
Participants must pre-register, as we need to have a minimum of 2 people in order to hold these sessions. Once the session has started, additional participants cannot be added. All meetings will be held from 8:30 - 10:30am at:
Memorial Pet Services, 4319 Twin Valley Rd, Suite 15, Middleton, WI 53562
The price for this support group is $75/person. For additional information or to pre-register, please contact Jone from Memorial Pet Services at 608-836-7297. Madison Antique And Collectible Show, Madison, Feb. 12
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
25 Local Vendors, Free Admission
Knights of Columbus Banquet Hall, 5256 Verona Road, Madison (turn at Williamsburg Way, left on Anton Drive)
Info (608) 444-0649 Zor Shrine Circus, Madison, Feb. 17-19, 2012
Times: Fri., 7pm, Sat., 10am, 3pm, & 7pm, & Sun. 1pm & 5pm
Cost: $16 for General Admission, $18 for Reserved Seating
Location: Veterans Memorial Coliseum at the Alliant Energy Center
Description: The Annual Zor Shrine Circus is always a big hit with the entire family! There are animals, trapeze artists, and of course clowns galore to entertain and thrill the audience. Performances will be Friday at 7pm, Saturday at 10am, 3pm, and 7pm, and Sunday at 1pm and 5pm.
General Admission for those 1 and older is $16 and reserved seating is $18.
Visit www.shrinecircusinfo.com for more information. 2012 Silverstage Show Choir Invitational, Monona, Feb. 18
Sponsor/Organization: Monona Grove HS MG Sings
When: Saturday, February 18, 2012, from 8am-10pm
Where: Monona Grove High School, 4400 Monona Drive, Monona, WI Phone: 608-221-7666 Ext. 5229
Description: Over 14 professional and talented show choir groups from Wisconsin to compete for Grand Champions. Come out and be entertained by these wonderful performers that are sure to please everyone of all ages
Tickets: Students K-12 $5; Adults $8 all day $14 day and finals/evening. University of Phoenix Madison Campus Career Fair, Feb. 18
WHAT: University of Phoenix Madison Campus will host a career fair to connect interested job candidates with potential employers in the criminal justice, healthcare and business management fields. Company representatives will be onsite to share information about career opportunities and their respective companies.
This event is free and open to the public. Those interested in attending the career fair should register online at http://uopxmadisoncareer.eventbrite.com/ or contact Nadia Kaminski at Nadia.Kaminski@phoenix.edu.
WHERE: University of Phoenix Madison Campus, 2310 Crossroads Drive, Madison, WI 53718
WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. *Workshops will run concurrently twice throughout the day, at 9-10 a.m. and 12-1 p.m. Make-A-Blanket Day, Arena, Feb. 18
the WI Heights Chapter of Project Linus is holding its annual Make-A-Blanket Day on Feb. 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Grandma Mary's Café, Hwy 14, Arena, WI
No sewing experience is necessary, just a desire to help kids that are in need of "an extra hug." There will be many non-sewing tasks to be done.
Snacks & lunch will be available. Cost of these is a free-will offering.
While pre-registration isn't required, it is preferred for planning purposes. To pre-register, for more information, or to donate blankets or blanket making supplies, contact: Janean Hill, coordinator, at 608-795-2951 or Kathy Smith, co-coordinator, at 608-279-8600. Watertown Snowmobile Assoc. Slide-In/Drive-In Breakfast, Watertown, Feb. 19
All You Can Eat. Sunday, February 19, 2012. From 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Donny's Girl, Pipersville or N8240 Cty Rd. E, Watertown, 920-262-1919
Menu: Scrambled Eggs, Hash browns, Ham, Sausage, Toast, Pancakes, French Toast, Dessert, Juice, Coffee, & Milk. Open to the Public Kut4Kids, Madison, Feb. 25
Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 2:45 PM
Where: Great Dane Pub and Brewing Company -- Hilldale
Ever glanced in the mirror and noticed how amazing your hairdo looks? Now imagine it's gone -- but for a great cause. It's time for Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Dane County's Kut4Kids fundraising event. These funds help BBBS create and maintain vital mentoring relationships between adults and at-risk youth in our community. With the assistance of our volunteers, sponsors and donors, we help area youth reach their full potential -- but who says we can’t have a little fun while doing it! Middleton Community Orchestra's Winter Concert, Feb. 29
The Middleton Community Orchestra's Winter Concert, conducted by Steve Kurr, will be on Wednesday, February 29th at 7:30 p.m.
Where: At the Middleton Performing Arts Center.
The concert features a performance of Schelomo, by Ernest Bloch with cellist Jordan Allen as soloist. The orchestra will also play John Henry by Aaron Copland and The Firebird Suite by Igor Stravinsky.
Tickets are $10 for general admission. Students and retirement home residents are free. Tickets are available at the door and at Willy St. Coop West.
Call 608-212-8690 for more information.
1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison. (608) 267-3967.Aug 19-21, Madison Invitational Horse Show, Arena Aug 23, United Way Day of Caring, Willow Island Aug 26-28, Heartland Velo Show, Exhibition Hall
Wisconsin Union
800 Langdon Street, Madison. (608)262-2215.Tuesdays, Open Mic w/ Host Mike Droho, 8-11 pm Wednesdays, Local Band Series, 8-10:30 pm
Monona Terrace
1 John Nolen Dr. 261-4042. UW Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy. 263-7888. uwarboretum.org
On Friday, February 10th at 7:30 p.m. the Madison Savoyards will present "How Quaint the Ways of Paradox", their eighth annual winter concert for lovers of Gilbert & Sullivan works.
Where: In the Landmark Auditorium of the First Unitarian Society, 900 University Bay Drive.
Tickets are $15 at the door.
Great voices from past shows will present pieces from many different G&S operettas illustrating the duo's wry sense of humor. Music director Terry Kiss Frank will also lead the audience in choruses from several works. There will be fellow enthusiasts, punch and cookies at the interval, DVDs and T-shirts for purchase, some excerpts from last summer's production of "Utopia, Ltd", and news about the group's upcoming summer show, "The Pirates of Penzance."
Further information at madisonsavoyards.org or call 231-9005. Garden Expo, Madison, Feb. 10-12
the 19th-annual Garden Expo brings a bit of spring-like warmth to the Exhibition Hall at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison Feb. 10-12.
Event hours are: 4 to 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10; 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 12.
This year’s event features the newest innovations in lawn and garden tools with information and advice spread among lush green plants, colorful flowers and vibrant designs of spring.
Tickets for Garden Expo cost $7 in advance and $8 at the door. Children 12 and under are admitted free. Two-day passes are available for $11 both in advance and at the door. Three-day passes are available online or at the door for $16.
Advance ticket vendor outlets are located conveniently around the state in various supporting businesses. A complete list is available at wigardenexpo.com. Visitors also can purchase advance tickets at the website. There is an additional charge for parking at the Alliant Energy Center.
Garden Expo Raffle tickets will be available for purchase at the WPT Booth. Tickets are priced at $2 each or 3 for $5. Winners don’t need to be present to win the prizes that will be drawn on the Sunday of the event.
Event information and details can be found at wigardenexpo.com or by calling 800-253-1158. Memorial Pet Services Support Group, Middleton, Feb. 11
Memorial Pet Services is pleased to offer a 3 week support group for people who have experienced the death of a pet. Our interactive sessions will provide information on the grief process, coping techniques and allow participants to share and support each other over the loss of their beloved pet.
Our next session is scheduled to begin on Saturday, February 11.
Participants must pre-register, as we need to have a minimum of 2 people in order to hold these sessions. Once the session has started, additional participants cannot be added. All meetings will be held from 8:30 - 10:30am at:
Memorial Pet Services, 4319 Twin Valley Rd, Suite 15, Middleton, WI 53562
The price for this support group is $75/person. For additional information or to pre-register, please contact Jone from Memorial Pet Services at 608-836-7297. Madison Antique And Collectible Show, Madison, Feb. 12
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
25 Local Vendors, Free Admission
Knights of Columbus Banquet Hall, 5256 Verona Road, Madison (turn at Williamsburg Way, left on Anton Drive)
Info (608) 444-0649 Zor Shrine Circus, Madison, Feb. 17-19, 2012
Times: Fri., 7pm, Sat., 10am, 3pm, & 7pm, & Sun. 1pm & 5pm
Cost: $16 for General Admission, $18 for Reserved Seating
Location: Veterans Memorial Coliseum at the Alliant Energy Center
Description: The Annual Zor Shrine Circus is always a big hit with the entire family! There are animals, trapeze artists, and of course clowns galore to entertain and thrill the audience. Performances will be Friday at 7pm, Saturday at 10am, 3pm, and 7pm, and Sunday at 1pm and 5pm.
General Admission for those 1 and older is $16 and reserved seating is $18.
Visit www.shrinecircusinfo.com for more information. 2012 Silverstage Show Choir Invitational, Monona, Feb. 18
Sponsor/Organization: Monona Grove HS MG Sings
When: Saturday, February 18, 2012, from 8am-10pm
Where: Monona Grove High School, 4400 Monona Drive, Monona, WI Phone: 608-221-7666 Ext. 5229
Description: Over 14 professional and talented show choir groups from Wisconsin to compete for Grand Champions. Come out and be entertained by these wonderful performers that are sure to please everyone of all ages
Tickets: Students K-12 $5; Adults $8 all day $14 day and finals/evening. University of Phoenix Madison Campus Career Fair, Feb. 18
WHAT: University of Phoenix Madison Campus will host a career fair to connect interested job candidates with potential employers in the criminal justice, healthcare and business management fields. Company representatives will be onsite to share information about career opportunities and their respective companies.
This event is free and open to the public. Those interested in attending the career fair should register online at http://uopxmadisoncareer.eventbrite.com/ or contact Nadia Kaminski at Nadia.Kaminski@phoenix.edu.
WHERE: University of Phoenix Madison Campus, 2310 Crossroads Drive, Madison, WI 53718
WHEN: Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. *Workshops will run concurrently twice throughout the day, at 9-10 a.m. and 12-1 p.m. Make-A-Blanket Day, Arena, Feb. 18
the WI Heights Chapter of Project Linus is holding its annual Make-A-Blanket Day on Feb. 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location: Grandma Mary's Café, Hwy 14, Arena, WI
No sewing experience is necessary, just a desire to help kids that are in need of "an extra hug." There will be many non-sewing tasks to be done.
Snacks & lunch will be available. Cost of these is a free-will offering.
While pre-registration isn't required, it is preferred for planning purposes. To pre-register, for more information, or to donate blankets or blanket making supplies, contact: Janean Hill, coordinator, at 608-795-2951 or Kathy Smith, co-coordinator, at 608-279-8600. Watertown Snowmobile Assoc. Slide-In/Drive-In Breakfast, Watertown, Feb. 19
All You Can Eat. Sunday, February 19, 2012. From 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Donny's Girl, Pipersville or N8240 Cty Rd. E, Watertown, 920-262-1919
Menu: Scrambled Eggs, Hash browns, Ham, Sausage, Toast, Pancakes, French Toast, Dessert, Juice, Coffee, & Milk. Open to the Public Kut4Kids, Madison, Feb. 25
Saturday, February 25, 2012 at 2:45 PM
Where: Great Dane Pub and Brewing Company -- Hilldale
Ever glanced in the mirror and noticed how amazing your hairdo looks? Now imagine it's gone -- but for a great cause. It's time for Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Dane County's Kut4Kids fundraising event. These funds help BBBS create and maintain vital mentoring relationships between adults and at-risk youth in our community. With the assistance of our volunteers, sponsors and donors, we help area youth reach their full potential -- but who says we can’t have a little fun while doing it! Middleton Community Orchestra's Winter Concert, Feb. 29
The Middleton Community Orchestra's Winter Concert, conducted by Steve Kurr, will be on Wednesday, February 29th at 7:30 p.m.
Where: At the Middleton Performing Arts Center.
The concert features a performance of Schelomo, by Ernest Bloch with cellist Jordan Allen as soloist. The orchestra will also play John Henry by Aaron Copland and The Firebird Suite by Igor Stravinsky.
Tickets are $10 for general admission. Students and retirement home residents are free. Tickets are available at the door and at Willy St. Coop West.
Call 608-212-8690 for more information.
MAJOR VENUES
Alliant Energy Center1919 Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison. (608) 267-3967.
800 Langdon Street, Madison. (608)262-2215.
1 John Nolen Dr. 261-4042. UW Arboretum
1207 Seminole Hwy. 263-7888. uwarboretum.org
